Medical Telemetry Registered Nurse
Hannibal, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical Telemetry (MS/Tele) position requiring an active MO or Compact RN license and telemetry skills on a night shift schedule.

Details

• Work in a Medical Telemetry unit within a hospital setting
• Patient population includes cardiac monitoring cases such as hemodynamically stable dysrhythmias, non-STEMI/unstable coronary syndrome, post-PTCA, suspected pacemaker malfunction, post-pacer/defibrillator/ablation observation, pre- and post-operative telemetry patients, and patients stepped down from ICU
• RN-to-patient ratio of 5:1
• Performs IV starts and telemetry monitoring
• Administers cardiac and vasoactive drips including Diltiazem and Metoprolol, with titration up to 90 minutes to stabilize patients
• Supports physician-performed procedures including thoracentesis, paracentesis, central line insertion, bone marrow aspiration, and chest tube insertion
• Charting system: Epic
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend rotation required
• Block scheduling requests may be accommodated — discuss with manager

Requirements

• Active MO state or Compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• IV start and telemetry monitoring skills required
• Candidates must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• Valid driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Orientation is typically held on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month and lasts approximately 3–4 days, though scheduling may be flexible
• A 7-panel drug screen and alcohol screening are required prior to start; the facility will also conduct a drug screen at orientation, and the traveler may not begin floor work until results are received
• This is a smoke-free facility
• Black scrubs required
• Any time off requests should be submitted upfront, as requests made after submission will not be approved